We Are Here

We Are Here is a contemporary art gallery tucked into the Leicestershire landscape just outside Atherstone - the kind of place that rewards the detour if you're stopping in the area. It's focused on showing work by emerging and established artists, with a rotating programme that keeps things fresh across the year. The space itself is worth a visit regardless of what's on; the gallery has that proper independent feel that chain venues simply can't replicate.

You'll get the most from this if you're genuinely interested in contemporary art rather than looking for a quick rainy-day activity. Expect to spend an hour or so properly looking rather than rushing through. It's the sort of gallery where you might stumble upon an artist's work that stays with you - the kind of discovery that makes travelling to smaller venues worthwhile.

The venue works well as part of a broader Leicestershire itinerary. If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Atherstone Stables is just over a mile away, or Ettie's Field at 2.6 miles if you fancy something more rural - you could easily slot a gallery visit into a morning before heading elsewhere. The proximity to Bosworth Lakeside Lodges further afield also makes it accessible if you're basing yourself there.

Before visiting, check their website or ring ahead - opening hours and admission details aren't always clearly advertised for smaller contemporary spaces. Worth the effort though if current exhibitions align with your interests.